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Who are Ruder Than U?

Ruder Than U are a Coventry based Ska band, originating from the hit 2 Tone musical Three Minute Heroes at the Belgrade Theatre. After the huge success of the show in October 2014, the cast and band members decided to keep the Ska alive and continue playing together.

Featuring Aitch Bembridge (original drummer of the Selecter), Ruder Than U are an energetic group of talented multi-instrumentalists and singers.

Since the band formed in October 2014, they have had huge success and gained an incredibly supportive fan base. Here's just some of the events the band have been involved in since they formed:

- The Pride of Coventry & Warwickshire Awards 2015, 2016 & 2017- The first ever Coventry Pride Festival- Opening of the Box venue at FarGo Village, Coventry- Coast Town Festival in Blackpool- Featured as Coventry Music Museum's 'Artist of the Month' for November 2015- Coventry City Centre Christmas lights switch-on 2015- Diversity Rocks with Neville Staple, October 2016- Godiva Festival Rhythm Tent, 2017- Proud and active supporters of the Coventry City of Culture 2021 bid, performing at a number of promotional events.

Ruder Than U have also written and released their debut EP 'Phat Cat', comprising of four brand new, original tracks written by the band.

Do you have a passion for 2 Tone and Ska music? Got a birthday, wedding or anniversary coming up? Ruder Than U can provide the entertainment for your celebrations! We guarantee to get your guests on their feet, skanking the night away to the sound of Ska!

Here's are some video clips to give you a feel of our sound and energy.

If you have a booking enquiry, head over to our Contact Us page and drop us a line!